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Chapter 51

“I wanted strawberry frosting, Dylan. Not chocolate,” I complained.Dylan looked at me and frowned. “Strawberry isn't even that good—”“I said I don’t want chocolate,” I insisted, giving him a hard look. “I thought we were going to eat these donuts you’re baking? Why does it feel like you’re the only one who matters if you won’t take what I want into consideration? Besides, chocolate frosting is so basic. What are you, ten?”His jaw dropped exaggeratedly, and he looked at me with wide eyes. “Wow! How dare you insult my donuts?”I rolled my eyes. When it comes to donuts, you really can’t talk to him normally. He’s obsessed! I think he’d be perfectly fine if that was the only thing he ate for the rest of his life.I sat on a stool at the counter and watched him coat the remaining donuts in chocolate glaze. We even bought strawberry-flavored cream, yet here he was, only using the chocolate. What a waste of money.“Why are you so obsessed with donuts?” I asked ab

Chapter 52

“Are you and Dylan fighting?”I was pulled out of my own head by the sound of Dylan’s mother’s voice. We were at their place for Lance’s birthday, and as expected, the entire Fontanilla clan was there. They have such a tight bond; every time there’s an occasion, they show up in full force.I looked up at her, caught off guard. “I’m sorry?” I stammered.She let out a heavy sigh before sitting down beside me. I’d stayed behind while Dylan went to the pool with the guys and the kids. I wasn't in the mood to swim or socialize, so I used the "I’m not feeling well" excuse and said I’d just stick to the barbecue. My plate had been empty for a while now, but I still hadn't moved from my chair, just watching them from a distance.It was fascinating to see a family like this. I used to think every family was like mine or Aziel’s—toxic and broken. I guess we just got unlucky, because not everyone grows up that way. Some people get the Fontanillas.“Are you guys fighting? Wh

Chapter 53

“What’s the gossip? What did you and Aunt Layla talk about?”Before Dylan’s mother had even fully walked away, the cousins swarmed me as if they’d been holding their breath, waiting to interrogate me about our little private chat.I looked up and gave a casual shrug. “Nothing much,” I replied.Even though Mom—wait. Why am I suddenly so comfortable calling her that? It’s still a bit awkward, but anyway—as Mom said earlier, even if the cousins weren't asking about Dylan and me directly, I knew they could sense the tension.But there was no way I was telling them I was jealous of Brielle. I mean, me? The Kaia Clemente, jealous of someone else? Not likely. When was the last time I felt jealous... well, okay, just now. And of Brielle, of all people!God. It just hit me how ridiculous I was being, getting worked up over that girl. Gross.“Nothing much? You sure?” Maurice asked, unconvinced.Iverson immediately scoffed. “Is that even a question, Maurice? Obvious

Chapter 54

Dylan dropped me off at the coffee shop right before his shift at the police station. I told him I’d been bored lately and wanted to spend some time out of the house while he was at work.Technically, Dylan doesn’t lock me up just because he’s overprotective. He’s not that kind of possessive. It’s mostly because of everything surrounding my dad’s case; I’ve become a target for people’s frustrations.Everyone assumes I’m the reason my father’s sentence was reduced. Even though I know I’m innocent, I can't exactly go around shouting it. I can't just tell them my father bribed the judge—I’d probably end up sued for libel or perjury. I have no interest in going to jail.Plus, I can't risk Dylan’s career. Danielle mentioned that Dylan’s superiors actually spoke to him about the controversy. He almost lost his job! What annoyed me most was that he didn't tell me; I only found out because Danielle let it slip. His reason was valid—he didn't want me blaming myself if he got fire

Chapter 55

"Do you want me to take you to the hospital or something?" Dylan asked, his voice thick with a worry he couldn't quite hide as he tucked the comforter around me.I shook my head weakly. "No, I’m fine. It’s just a fever. It’ll pass," I whispered, my throat feeling like it was lined with sandpaper.Dylan let out a sharp, frustrated breath before sitting on the edge of the bed. He handed me a glass of water, which I drank slowly. "I'm not used to seeing you like this.""What? Sick?" I managed a small, raspy laugh. "I’m not usually the sickly type. I probably just got caught in the drizzle while jogging at the park.""Are you sure about the hospital? I can take you right now. I don't have work today—""Dylan, instead of being paranoid, why don't you just rest? You’ve asked me that ten times today. I said no. It’s a fever. I’ll be better by tonight or tomorrow. Calm down," I interrupted, trying to soothe his frantic energy.Finally, he exhaled a long sigh of defea

Chapter 56

"You animals!"Dylan scrambled toward me, trying to grab my hands, but I shoved him off with a strength I didn't know I had. "Don’t you fucking touch me!" I screamed, the sound tearing through the room.I looked around the space... our room. Brielle was still lounging on the bed, her eyebrow arched as she watched us. My jaw clamped shut when our eyes met; she was wearing this smug, triumphant little smile. Then my gaze dropped to the bed. That same bed where we’d spent every night together.God damn it."Love, just let me explain. Y-you’re getting the wrong idea. This isn't what it looks like—""Explain?" I cut him off with a harsh, jagged laugh. I turned to face him, my lips trembling as I forced myself to look him in the eye. "What the hell do you take me for? You think I’m an idiot?""Love—""Don’t you fucking call me that, you cheater!" I shrieked.The sound of my slap echoed in the sudden, deafening silence. My hand was shaking as the sting regis

Chapter 57

“You can stay in the guest room for a while. I’m going to call my dad, just in case he hears that I brought you here,” Aziel said softly as he led me into the room.“I’ll just book a hotel, or maybe I should just go to my grandma’s—”“And do what? Let her see you in this state?” He cut me off, letting out a heavy sigh as he rubbed his temples. “Your grandmother loves your husband. It’ll kill her if you show up telling her he cheated. Fix yourself first, Kaia. Once you’ve gathered your strength, then I’ll take you to her.”A single tear escaped as I looked down at the floor. “Once I’ve fixed myself?”“Yes. Stay here until you're ready.”“Do you really think I can be fixed again?” I interrupted. Aziel gently lifted my chin, forcing me to meet his eyes. I broke down right there, sobbing like a child. “It hurts so much, Aziel. I didn’t know it would feel like this... if I had known, I would have listened to you. I shouldn’t have gambled. I shouldn’t have forced it. I

Chapter 58

“You’re really sticking to your guns, huh? You didn’t even let your husband in. He was out there practically the whole day. When I left this morning, he was there. When I got back this afternoon, he was still there. You really didn't let him in?”I let out a heavy sigh and looked away. “I didn't let him in,” I answered, my voice flat.And I hadn't. Not even when he spent hours calling out my name, begging for just a few minutes to explain. I didn't open the door... but I did watch him from behind the curtains.“Why not? Don't you even want to talk to him? Let him explain his side?”I looked down at my lap, the weight of the day pressing on my shoulders. “I’m not ready to talk to him, Aziel. I know myself. If I talk to him now, I’ll say things I can’t take back. I’ll just make everything worse if I face him while I’m still this angry,” I insisted.God knows how badly I wanted to run out of Aziel’s house and just scream at Dylan—or hold him, I didn't even know whic

Chapter 59

“I’m not going to beat around the bush. Did you cheat on our cousin, Kaia?”I felt my eyebrow arch instinctively. The urge to snap back was clawing at my throat, but I forced myself to breathe. I didn't want to say something I’d regret—something that would burn bridges with people who had been nothing but kind to me.Apart from Dylan, this family had welcomed me with open arms. Honestly, I probably wouldn’t have even considered marrying him if it wasn’t for the love they showed me. I didn't want to weaponize my words against them, only to wake up one day drowning in guilt for what I’d said.But what I couldn't wrap my head around was how easily they could judge me. Did they really think I was capable of betraying their cousin? After everything?I took a long, steadying breath and looked them in the eye. “Why don’t you come inside first? We should talk about this in private.”“Why inside? We can talk right here. It’s a yes or no question, Kaia,” Danielle countered

Chapter 60

“Going back home?”I looked up at Aziel and paused, my comb halfway through my hair. I heaved a deep sigh before looking away, catching my reflection in the mirror and shrugging. “I’m just going to talk to him. I’ll be back,” I answered casually.“Are you sure you’re coming back? Please. I know you—”“You also know I’m not a pushover, Aziel,” I cut him off. I fixed my short, curly hair before turning back to him. “You know what, sorry to burst your bubble, but until Brielle fixes the mess she made, I’m not leaving you here alone to let her manipulate you. That girl already hurt me, Aziel. I won’t let her twist your head around, too.”He just shook his head, and I scoffed. I don't know if he’s crazy or what. Why the hell would he be "falling in love" with a fiancée who cheated on him? Who in their right mind stays attracted to that?If I confirm that Dylan really did cheat on me, I’m not going to let Aziel be the next victim. What? After destroying my marriage, sh

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